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- Tutorial 1 – how to cast on
The first step of knitting is casting on. Casting on means making the base row of loops that will allow us to make a knit fabric by connecting new loops in following rows. The number of loops that you need to cast on depends on the project you wanna work on and also on your yarn size. As you… Read more: Tutorial 1 – how to cast on - Stockinette stitch
The very simple fabric that is made of basic knit and purl stitches is called stockinette stitch. It means after you cast on number of stitches, you knit the first row with Knit stitch and knit the second row (return row) with Purl stitch. You repeat to do Knit stitch for all odd rows, like row… Read more: Stockinette stitch - Stitch 1- Basic Rib Stitch
Made in a multiple of 2 stitches, and 2 row repeat. Row 1) Rep (k1, p1) Row 2) Rep (p1, k1) Here is the short grid to help you with it:
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Horseshoe cable stitch
For Horseshoe cable stitch tutorial in circular needle click here Cast on: There are different versions of horseshoes cable. The narrower horseshoe cable is worked in multiple of 12+2 stitches and 6 row repeat. You may adjust the number of row repeat or cast on number to higher…
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Neck warmer tutorial (Horseshoe cable on circular)
MATERIALS 100 gram worsted yarn 100% superwash Merino Circular Needle: size 7 (4.5 mm) length 16″/40 cm Spare needle Measuring tape Pair of scissors Stitch marker NECK WARMER Gauge Cast on 120 sts 2″/5 cm over rib stitch 7″/18 cm over cable stitch 2″/5 cm over rib stitch Cast on…
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Cable stitch hat and neck warmer
KNITTED MEASUREMENTS Fit kid size medium Head circumference 18–20″/ 45.5–51 cm MATERIALS One skein of Lion Brand® Scarfie Yarn Circular Needle: size 7 (4.5 mm) length 16″/40 cm Spare needle Measuring tape Pair of scissors Eye blunt needle Stitch marker Pom pom HAT Gauge Cast on 99 sts 2.5″/6 cm over rib stitch 5.5″/14…
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Comparing commercial ombre yarns with hand dyed yarns
This topic covers the differences between ombre hand dyed yarns with commercial ready-to-knit ombre yarns. When I first decided to make my very own projects of ombre knitting I purchase an undyed superwash merino yarn online and prepared food coloring stuff. At…
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Scroll Lace stitch
Cast on: Made in Multiple of 10+2 sts, and 18 row repeat Instruction: Row 1) Sl 1, repeat*(YO, K8, K2Tog)*, K1 Row 2) Sl 1, repeat*(P2Tog, P7, YO, P1)*, P1 Row 3) Sl 1, repeat*(K2, YO, K6, K2Tog)*, K1 Row 4) Sl 1, repeat*(P2Tog, P5, YO, P3)*, P1…
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Two-color Brioche stitch on the round continental method – Hat pattern
KNITTED MEASUREMENTS Fit adult size small Head circumference 22″/ 56 cm MATERIALS Two different color worsted weight yarn Circular Needle: size 7 (4.5 mm) length 16″/40 cm Measuring tape Pair of scissors Eye blunt needle Stitch marker GAUGE Cast on 56 sts 9″/24…
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Coccon stitch hat
KNITTED MEASUREMENTS Kid size (fit 2-10 yrs) Head circumference (19-21)″/ (48-53) cm MATERIALS Used 1.5 oz/45 g of 1 ball of Bernat POP ( 5 oz/140 g, Approx 280 yds/256 cm, 100% Acrylic) 84023 MASQUERADE Circular Needle: size 7 (4.5 mm) length 16″/40 cm Measuring tape Pair of scissors Eye blunt needle …
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Cocoon stitch (pod stitch tutorial) – stitch 37
Cast on: Multiple of 8+1 stitches and repeat of 12 rows. Instruction: Row 1 (wrong side): P1, rep *(K1, P1, K5, P1)* to the end Row 2: Sl1, rep *(P5, K1, P1, K1)* to the end Row 3: Sl1, rep *(M1, KPK into next stitch, M1, P1, P5TOG, P1)* to the end Row…
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Easy knit slippers
Materials: Medium (Num 4 ) size yarn – bernat pop yarn 3.5 mm/ 4 US needles A pair of scissors Eye blunt needle Size fit: Adult large Cast on: 36 stitches, 42 row repeat Instruction: Ribbing: (R1 to R3) Row 1: rep*(K1, P1)* Row 2:…
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Easy two-color Brioche Rib stitch hat on circular
Materials: 16″ circular Two color yarn Stitch markers Measuring tape Eye blunt needle Cast on: (General rule) 1) Measure the head circumference and write down the number(X). 2) Find the required stitch number for 10*10 cm square with your selected yarn and needle(Y). If you have the yarn label that will give you this number…
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Free knitting tutorials
- French Fishtail Chevron Knitting Pattern (4-Row Repeat)
The French Fishtail Chevron Stitch is a beautifully textured pattern that creates a braided chevron effect. It’s easy to knit, totally beginner-friendly, and perfect for scarves, sweaters, blankets, cardigans, and more. This stitch works up quickly in just a 4-row repeat and is based on a multiple of 6 stitches + 2. 📌 Materials Used… Read more: French Fishtail Chevron Knitting Pattern (4-Row Repeat) - Diamond Quilted Lattice Stitch (12‑Row Repeat)
Create a striking diamond lattice texture with this beginner‑friendly stitch. It’s rhythmic, easy to memorize, and perfect for blankets, baby knits, scarves, and cozy throws. At a Glance Abbreviations Special Move (Diamond Center) Insert RN under the horizontal strand(s), knit the center stitch, pull it through below the strands, return it to LN, and knit… Read more: Diamond Quilted Lattice Stitch (12‑Row Repeat) - Easy Zigzag Knitting Pattern (8‑Row Repeat)
Learn how to knit a beautiful zigzag texture with a simple 8‑row repeat. This beginner‑friendly stitch adds movement and dimension—perfect for scarves, blankets, shawls, and cozy sweaters. At a Glance Sample shown with CO 15 sts (3 repeats + edges) and 2 rows garter as a tidy border. Abbreviations Special Move (Row 8 center): Insert… Read more: Easy Zigzag Knitting Pattern (8‑Row Repeat)